About Respondus Lockdown Browser

This course requires using Respondus LockDown browser for online exams. Students will need to download the LockDown Browser software in order to take these exams.

When you use LockDown Browser to access a quiz, you are unable to print, copy, visit other websites, access other applications, or close a quiz until it is submitted for grading. Quizzes created for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with standard browsers.

Respondus Lockdown Software

Respondus Lockdown browser requires specialized software that is free to you, but specific computer configurations are required. Please read the Northeastern IT knowledge base article: How do I take a test using Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor? Check that your device meets the technical requirements and follow the instructions for downloading the software to your computer.

Once you’ve installed the software, follow the directions in the article to Take the Respondus Tech Check Quiz. The practice quiz allows students to determine if their computer and internet connectivity are suitable for taking exams. We recommend taking this Tech Check Quiz with the same device and connected to the same internet network that you will be using for your quizzes and exams. Please note that the Tech Check Quiz allows multiple attempts to help test takers get comfortable with the technology and does not count toward your grade. Your course quizzes and exams may only allow one attempt.

If you have any technical difficulties submit a ticket to Respondus. Your instructor will not be able to resolve issues that are related to your computer or internet connection. Please troubleshoot your tech issues ahead of time by submitting a ticket to Respondus Lockdown Browser. You may also call the Northeastern help desk at 617-373-4357 with general questions.

Please do contact your instructor if you get locked out of your exam or if you will be using an iPad to complete an exam as using an iPad requires a specific setting to be enabled.

It is essential that you act early to download the software and take the Respondus Lockdown Tech Check Quiz before your first quiz or exam.